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[the_head_librarian]

[All bookmarks expand into a screen tablet as the communication goes live.]

Welcome to the Central Library. I know that many of you are confused and do not understand why you are here... so I will briefly greet you and give the answers I can for this point in time.

[The accented tone is even, but most of his face is covered by the dark fabric of his hood. However, he gives pause, allowing his audience to orient themselves.]

What you see around you, is the most extensive and thorough collection you have ever seen... or will ever again. Do not simply see them as books. They are far greater than that. As some of you may have noticed, it has fallen into disrepair and slowly it is dying.

[He lets the word linger a moment, his own voice drifting with a note of sadness.]

You have been brought here, because the Central Library needs your help to survive. Things will never be as they seem here... and you will encounter much strangeness during your stay. Be wary... the deeper you go into the decay, the higher the risk is. I will say no more on this for now. There are rooms to the end of the main hall on either side of the main door. Those smaller doors have some living space to accommodate you until the Library can slowly be revived. The center door... will lead you to a market place should you need food or supply. It is beyond logic or understanding... but you will find you will always have the correct currency when it is needed as the portal will change from time to time.

[Shaking his head, he bows it slowly in a silent thank you.]

Time always reveals itself as it flows. Please believe that you are needed here. Remember... do not harm the books.

Comments

[silverwaters]

[He doesn't bat an eye - of course those that had brought all here knew his name. Ecthelion taps a finger on his flute, light and with care.]

And how would we go about repairing the pages? In teams, perhaps? Where one works on the pages while the rest defend?

[the_head_librarian]

Remember, you cannot limit your mind to the literal. When I say internal... I do not simply mean the pages you expect to find inside a normal book.

[He nods his head slowly and offers a vague look that might be a smile.]

[silverwaters]

[The reply gets a raised brow, but the elf merely hums thoughtfully.]

It sounds to be quite unusual. I will keep your words in mind.

[the_head_librarian]

That is wise. The Central Library reacts to you as much as you react to it.

[He pauses before adding thoughtfully.] Perhaps a good way of putting it, is that this place is never all it seems and books here should not be judged by their cover too much.

[silverwaters]

[The elf thinks on that before inclining his head slightly.]

It does place it in a different light.

[the_head_librarian]

You are wise... I am glad that you are one of those brought through the gates. I know you are capable of doing a great deal of good while you are here.

[His voice is sincere as he inclines his head in return.]

[silverwaters]

I will be sure to do all I can. [A hint of a dry tone enters his voice though.] Do you mean to tell me you do not choose who is brought here?

[the_head_librarian]

When I reached into the worlds beyond to call those here... I was not sure who would hear my call and where my call would be lost. [He smiles faintly.] I called to you... and you came. Perhaps I should say, I am glad you answered.

[silverwaters]

[That gets a small smile.] As am I. I will leave you to your duties, of which I do not doubt are many. Be well.

[the_head_librarian]

And to you the same. I am but a call away should you have any questions that I will endeavor to answer.

[silverwaters]

As am I, should you need something specific.

[With that he...just...tries to turn the tablet thing off.]

[the_head_librarian]

[The librarian smiles in a hint of amusement, and ends the call, but not before causing the tablet to indicate an end button for Ecthelion for the future before it flicks of for both of them.]